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Colombo

Beaches, tea country and safaris in one small, cheap island.

When to go

Feb, Mar, Apr tend to be the best months here. Nov is usually the one to avoid.

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Feb
31° / 23°Dry
Mar
31° / 24°Light rain
Apr
31° / 24°Wet

What a day costs

Food and getting around, per person per day. Flights and accommodation are on top.

Backpacking
IDR 145,000per day
Comfortable
IDR 230,000per day
Treating yourself
IDR 450,000per day

Getting there

Visa for an Indonesian passport
e-Visa needed
Flight time from CGK
5.8 hours
Airport
CMB

Visa rules change. Check with the embassy before you book anything.

Things to book ahead

  • Best for tours and activities
  • Best for international esim card

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